Oslo

As of May 2026, Oslo, Drammen, Sandvika have 3,744 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 17% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Oslo generates kr183K per year. High-performing properties earn kr499K/year, while low-performing properties earn kr88K/year. This significant performance spread suggests that revenue is highly sensitive to specific asset positioning within a contracting market, where top-tier listings capture the majority of available demand despite the overall decline in supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Oslo. Average annual revenue is kr183K with 38% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kr499K/year. The notable gap between average and top-tier earnings indicates that market saturation is uneven, allowing premium-positioned units to sustain profitability even as broader market revenue trends face downward pressure.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Oslo is 38%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kr2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kr316 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Oslo, with annual revenue of kr285K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Oslo market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Oslo area. Oslo: Strict. Registration required, principal residence only, max 90 days/year if not primary home. Active enforcement with fines and platform cooperation. Drammen: Moderate. Must follow national rules (registration, tax reporting). Standard municipal oversight, moderate enforcement. Sandvika: Moderate. Part of Bærum municipality, follows national registration and tax rules. Standard enforcement, some unlicensed activity exists. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Oslo Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 17% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 14%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The concurrent contraction in both supply and revenue suggests a stabilizing market where reduced competition is currently offset by weaker underlying demand, preventing significant price inflation.

Launch around March, 2-3 months before peak summer season (June peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -54% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Oslo listings include: Kitchen (99%), Washing Machine (89%), Heating (86%), Tv (86%), Parking (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Ev Charger, Tv, Washing Machine, with Ev Charger properties earning approximately 29% more (kr443K/year vs kr343K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Oslo over the last 12 months: May: kr10K, June: kr13K, July: kr11K, August: kr13K, September: kr10K, October: kr10K, November: kr8K, December: kr10K, January: kr7K, February: kr6K, March: kr8K, April: kr9K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Oslo is kr2K, up 30% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 2-bedroom properties average kr2K/night, 3-bedroom properties average kr2K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average kr3K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Oslo book an average of 35 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 40 days, 4+ bedroom: 42 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Oslo Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 17%, revenue per listing decreased 14%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates increased 30%, and lead time decreased 20%. These metrics reflect a pivot toward shorter booking windows and higher pricing strategies, indicating that hosts are adjusting to a more volatile and price-sensitive traveler base.

In Oslo, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 12% higher occupancy than weekdays.